Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

19 Jul

Chapter 13 is a reorganization bankruptcy. With this form of bankruptcy, you get an automatic stay as soon as you file. This shields you from most collection efforts while the bankruptcy is in progress, so you get some immediate relief. You create a repayment plan that will span for three years or five years when […]

10 Jul

When you start to think about a bankruptcy filing, you should understand the fact that there are different types of bankruptcies, and you will not necessarily qualify for all of them. Chapter 12 is a type of bankruptcy that is available to some family farmers and fishing businesses. Chapter 11 is a reorganization plan that […]

06 Jul

Before we address the question that serves as the title of this blog post, we should explain some of the basic reasons why bankruptcy could provide a solution if you are struggling financially. If you qualify for a Chapter 7 filing, your unsecured debt can be completely discharged. Unsecured debts include credit card balances, unpaid […]

05 Jul

Many people are under the assumption that you are essentially ruined after you file for bankruptcy for at least 7 to 10 years. In fact, this is a misconception. It is true that a Chapter 7 bankruptcy will remain on your credit report for 10 years, and a Chapter 13 will stay on the report […]

29 Jun

People sometimes assume that a bankruptcy filing is a panacea that will wipe out all debts permanently, including tax debts. In fact, this is not the case. The details will depend upon the form of bankruptcy that is filed and the type of tax payment that is delinquent. Chapter 7 A Chapter 7 bankruptcy can […]

28 Jun

If you sit down and discuss your options with an attorney, you may be surprised to hear that there are multiple different types of bankruptcies. An individual will probably be best served by a Chapter 7 bankruptcy or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. With a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, an automatic stay is imposed, so all collection […]

23 Jun

We have been providing bankruptcy assistance in the state of Oregon for over 30 years, and we now have offices Portland, Eugene, Medford, Grants Pass, Coos Bay, Roseburg, Salem, Bend and a handful of additional cities. If you are considering the possibility of a bankruptcy filing in the state, you are going to have questions, […]

19 Jun

Money matters are sensitive and personal, and there are not too many people that are anxious to discuss their financial affairs with someone they have just met for the first time. This is certainly a prudent way to conduct yourself, but the “close to the vest” approach can have a downside if you are having […]

15 Jun

There are certain trigger words that can have negative connotations in some circles, and bankruptcy is one of them. As attorneys who help people who are struggling with debt in Portland, Vancouver and other cities in Washington and Oregon, we definitely understand this dynamic, but it is misguided. Bankruptcy is a legal tool. If you […]

13 Jun

Our law firm offers bankruptcy assistance for clients in a number of cities in Oregon and Washington, including Salem, Portland, Grants Pass, Bend, Vancouver, and TriCities. When you decide to file for bankruptcy in one of these states, you have multiple options, and the circumstances will dictate the ideal course of action. For most individuals, […]

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*chapter 13 only – most cases, some exceptions apply.